Artisan SakeMaker in Abbotsford, BC is seeking a Farm Assistant!
ABOUT Rice farm of Artisan SakeMaker
Artisan SakeMaker at Granville Island is looking for a young agrarian for the 2024 season, April to September 2024. We have been growing rice since 2011 at 1345 Sumas Way, Abbotsford, behind Nature’s Pickin’s Market.
We are not certified organic but no herbicides/pesticides are used. We believe rice would be one important new crop from a food security perspective. The biggest challenge is weeding and we believe we are about to find a way to combat the weed without chemicals.
DESIRED QUALITIES
An interest in agriculture in general, good work ethic, honest, punctual and hard working. Farming experience is an asset.
JOB TASKS
Machine, hand weeding, and other related tasks per farm manager’s instructions.
JOB DETAILS
Term: This is a part-time, seasonal position, from April to September 2024.
Hours per week: 8-16 hours per week.
Wage: $18/hour.
You will need to be able to get to the farm on your own. Parking will be available.
TO APPLY
Please send your resume including education, and work experience, as well as a cover letter explaining why you are interested in rice growing.
Email: yshiroki@shaw.ca
Deadline to apply: ASAP
When applying, please mention you saw this posting at youngagrarians.org
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